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Nicholas Frank
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My name is Nicholas Frank and I love to help people, which might explain why I got into Personal Training. Instead of staying at the surface I dove in and have 5 certifications in the industry. I originally worked at the 24 Hour Fitness Ultra-Sport in Irvine, CA and learned from several individuals much smarter than me how to train properly. This could be regarding how bodies function in their many ways, how to treat postural distortions, proper eating habits and the best ways to attain great health. I am a Master Trainer at 24 Hour Fitness, work with people In Home and am passionate about helping people not only achieve their goals but to feel great while getting there (both mentally and physically).
Interview
What books have most influenced your life? Tess of the D'Urbervilles by Thomas Hardy (it made me appreciate classic novels), Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis and The Bible by God.
Who are your favorite music artists? Hhmmm... it is always changing. Cold War Kids, Underoath, Beck, Muse, and Spoon. Those are the solid ones that I never really get tired of.
What are your favorite websites and why? I do love Facebook, for it allows me to keep in contact with so many people. Yahoo!, very convenient and I learn random facts/news items. Lynda.com, it teaches me so many things and is such a helpful tool. And the exercise tips on Lifetips.com are incredible! Maybe FrankPT.com too...
Where else can people find you on the web? FrankPT.com and Facebook
What are your professional highlights? Helping a woman lose 80 pounds, healing a woman's right shoulder so that she did not need to take painkillers daily, helping a young man to have more self-confidence, getting a couple (now husband and wife) to enjoy exercise, and achieving Master Trainer status at 24 Hour.
What advice do you have for the journey of life? Follow after the Lord
What are you most passionate about in life? People. I love people, and (again) love to help them if I can. I am very passionate about our incredible world that God has given us (ooh, most definitely). I am passionate about my family too. I don't have my own yet, but I do love the one I was born into.
What ticks you off? People who say they are going to do something...then they don't do it. DAH! Drives me up the wall, into the ceiling, then the car tips over, breaks, and I get even more ticked...
Any thoughts or ideas on living a greener life? Ride a longboard skateboard to work - that's what I do :) Ok fine, a bicycle? That's more realistic. And how about not being allowed to drive if you're destination is less than a mile away? I live by that one for sure.
What would people be surprised to know about you? Wow, so many choices... I'll pick a few: I usually blow my nose about 15-20 times a day and have been since I came out of the womb. I loathe (look it up) Politics. Lastly, regarding exercise, I can squat essentially double my body-weight several times (and yes, I go all the way down) for my 5'9", 155lb frame.
Philosophy
I live my life for the Lord and try to follow what Jesus did while doing my best to read the Bible daily; oh boy, but in no way am I perfect. I try to act with humility, love, and sacrifice when others are in need. Again, maybe that's why I like personal training. I not only get to help people get where they want to be, but also encourage them to be happier with the life that they have. I believe that joy, happiness and friendship are incredible gifts. The more I see these things in my life, the better I feel and the more productive I am.
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3 Tips from Nicholas Frank
I don't do Cardio
"What!?!?" That is what my clients say to me all the time, but I truly almost never do traditional cardio, such as the treadmill or elliptical. People think that the key to losing weight is cardio - well, they are correct, but not in the traditional fashion. The average person burns their weight x 12 in calories/day. So, if JimBob weighs 200lbs then he probably burns about 2,400 calories/day. Well, I only weigh 155lbs, but I burn around 4,500 calories a day (Gasp!), some days more around 5,000 if I have a real good workout. Why you ask? Well for several reasons, but the main one being 'Lean Muscle Mass'. For every pound of lean muscle that your body has, that 'calories burned/day' number gets higher by 50 calories (you can do the math to figure out my muscle mass if you want), and the way to get more muscle mass is to workout with weights. That's all I do is workout with weights, and while performing I workout my total body and keep my heart rate up by not taking long breaks and by doing high repetitions of each set. I get cardio-respiratory (heart) exercise as well as weight bearing exercise, and when my clients do it they see results that stick and feel good afterwards. That stone I'm throwing kills both those birds!
Pre-workout supplements? How about a Banana
If you are taking pre-workout supplements and not feeling/seeing much of a difference, it could be that the supplement is not good and/or has improper ingredients. Instead, try eating a Banana right before/during exercise. Bananas have potassium and calcium, which increase muscle contraction and allow you to work harder/lift more. Bananas also relieve cramps and will help you to be less sore. Also, if you eat a small amount of parsley (yes parsley, the little green leaf) before your workout, it will aid in your potassium absorption ability, giving you am even better workout! So, try it for a week, and you'll stop taking all those silly pre-workout supplements.
What should I eat before going on a long run?
Blackberries. This wonderful fruit not only has very powerful health benefits through its antioxidant content, but it also helps cure inflammation and promotes oxygen in the body. Well, when running, you need oxygen, and wouldn't it be great if your body didn't get tired/inflamed halfway? I think so. Blackberries are great for you, and great for improving your workout regime.
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